Burnsville, Minn -- In a SSC girls hockey matchup, Farmington High School clashed with Metro-South Phoenix, securing a hard-fought victory with a final score of 4-3.
The victory extends Farmington's win streak to an impressive four games, marking their longest of the season.
The game unfolded with Farmington taking control early in the first period, as #18
Paige Johnson, #22
Julia Gerwing, and #15
Jenna Goblirsch contributed goals, giving Farmington a commanding 3-0 lead. However, Metro-South Phoenix responded strongly in the second period, with goals from #21 Charlotte Goings, #4 Bailey Tilley, and #5 Ella Bond, leveling the score at 3-3.
As the tension mounted in the final period, Farmington's #26 Morgan Mitchell emerged as the hero, netting a crucial goal at 11:42, securing the 4-3 victory for the Tigers. Notably, Mitchell's goal was assisted by #16 Amelia Goblirsch, showcasing the team's collaborative effort. The Farmington squad displayed a solid power play performance, converting 100% of their opportunities, while Metro-South managed a 50% success rate on power plays. The overall shot count favored Farmington, with 48 shots compared to Metro-South's 23. Despite a few penalties, including 4 minutes on 2 infractions for Farmington and 2 minutes on 1 infraction for Metro-South, the Tigers managed to maintain their composure and secure the win, showcasing their resilience and skill on the ice.
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